These Easy Oven Baked Paleo Meatballs are sure to become a favorite! So quick and easy to make and loaded with flavor! Ready in 30 minutes and gluten free, dairy free and delicious!
I have made these meatballs more times than I can count! Whenever I need a quick meal or I know we'll be eating on the road- I make these. They are ready in less than 30 minutes and there is just a little hands on time.
Meat Mixture for Tender Meatballs
The mixture of turkey and beef keeps them light, but not dry. I never use the super lean turkey, that stuff has no flavor and fat is not the enemy! I use Italian seasoning mix for most of the flavor and it's so good! Almond flour takes the place of bread crumbs and keeps them gluten free and grain free. It helps bind them together without drying them out.
They are so easy to make and come together so fast. I use a cookie scoop which makes it so quick and they come out more even that way. They are also great to make ahead and eat for the week. They freeze well too making them great to prep ahead.
I like them dipped in pasta sauce, but they are also good dipped in Paleo Ranch. They are tender, flavorful, and great for using in any recipe that calls for meatballs. You could add them to a soup, your favorite sauce, or snack on them plain. You really can't go wrong any way you have them.
Here are a some more appetizers and finger foods that you'll love- Paleo Whole30 Chicken Tenders, Paleo Chicken Nuggets, Chipotle Stuffed Mushrooms, Paleo Sweet Potato Bacon Tots.
You will love how easy and delicious these easy oven baked paleo meatballs are. Also great for game day- everyone will love them.
Here are three more meatball recipes youll enjoy: Paleo Whole30 Meatballs with Creamy Sauce and Paleo Whole30 Chicken Zucchini Meatballs, and Paleo Whole30 Turkey Teriyaki Meatballs.
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Easy Oven Baked Meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 2 tablespoons italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400° and line a sheet tray with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine beef, turkey, egg, italian seasoning, salt, almond flour, and coconut aminos. Mix until everything is completely combined- the best way to do that is with clean hands.
- Wash your hands, then use a cookie scoop to make balls. Roll between palms to make smooth.
- Place on prepared sheet tray and bake for 20 minutes.
- Makes 24-27 meatballs
Laura says
I just made these and they're delicious! I'm just wondering why mine look so ugly and nothing like the photo. You can see a clear difference between the turkey and the beef. I tried to mix it as much as possible before the turkey got too warm and sticky. I also felt like it was hard to form the meatballs even with a scooper because it got so sticky and messy.
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Laura- thanks for trying my recipe! I'm sorry they didn't turn out as expected. I would say make to really mix them good, even chill it for a little bit if you need. It sounds like the mixture was too sticky- maybe add a little more almond flour next time. I hope that helps and I hope you try them again!
Vimtha says
Hi
My son is allergic to all nuts and peanuts. What substitutes could we use for the skins flour?
I have an egg replacer as well to bake with.
Would you have a recipe for paleo ketchup and mayonnaise?
Love your website. We new to paleo and I need ideas to feed a toddler! Thanks
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Vimtha- you can use tapioca flour or arrowroot flour in place of the almond flour. Here is my paleo ketchup recipe: http://www.jaysbakingmecrazy.com/2015/04/07/paleo-whole30-ketchup/
and here is my paleo mayo recipe: http://www.jaysbakingmecrazy.com/2015/03/21/paleo-whole30-mayo/
Thanks for the kind words! I hope you find lots more recipes you like. Let me know if you have any more questions 🙂
Vee says
Thank you so much! This is awesome!
Jessica DeMay says
You're welcome, Vee!
Robin says
These were EXCELLENT. I substituted ground pork for the ground turkey and they were so moist and flavorful! I will be adding this recipe to the Whole 30 arsenal for sure!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks for trying my recipe, Robin! Ground pork sounds like a great substitute. So glad it will be added to the arsenal 🙂
Brandi Sek says
Is there something else I could use instead of coconut aminos, I am allergic to coconut, and I am doing whole30. I was wondering if maybe a sesame oil might work? Or can I leave it out? Thanks!
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Brandi- you can just leave it out. Sesame oil would add a nice flavor, but I wouldn't add 2 tablespoons or they may be greasy. Maybe one. Hope you enjoy!
Stefanie says
Do you by chance know how many calories? THANK YOU! looking forward to making these.
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Stefanie- I don't, I'm sorry! Hope you enjoy them!
Collette says
I use myfitnesspal. I add the link for the recipe in and it will calculate the nutritional info for any recipe. Hope it helps!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Collette! Isn't that so nice! 🙂
Natalie says
Is there something I can use instead of Almond flour? I'm doing whole30 and I think I've discovered I have a reaction to nuts.
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Natalie- you can try coconut flour, but you'll only need probably 2 tablespoons since it's much drier. You could also try arrowroot flour in the same measurement as the almond flour. Those would be my suggestions. Hope that helps and enjoy!
Jenni says
I DID use your suggestion of Arrowroot since that's what I had on hand. Worked perfectly even though I thought it seemed like a lot of arrowroot! 🙂
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks for trying them, Jenni! Glad it worked!
Erin says
What are coconut aminos and where can I get them? Thanks!
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Erin- they are a soy-free sauce that adds a great savory flavor. A lot of people compare them to soy sauce, but I don't like soy sauce and love coconut aminos. You can find them at health food stores, usually by the asian food or Thrive Market:http://go.thrv.me/aff_c?offer_id=6&aff_id=14301 They even have their own brand that is so delicious. I hope that helps- let me know if you have any other questions.
Jennifer says
You can also order them on Amazon.
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks Jennifer! You are right, but they are more expensive than anywhere else that way.
Elaine says
So good and couldn't believe how easy they were to throw together! Just added a little garlic powder and nutritional yeast. My fiancé who doesn't usually care for meatballs AT ALL even commented on how tasty they were. Definitely going to be my go to meatball recipe!!
Jessica DeMay says
Awesome! I'm so glad to hear that, Elaine! Thanks for trying them and for the great feedback!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
Interesting how you mix the turkey and the beef in these meatballs Jessica! I can't wait to try! They look delicious!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Mary Ann!
Bonnie Crandall says
Hi Jay!
Can't wait to try the meatballs! I have a question. What Italian seasoning do you use that is Whole30 compliant? A prepackaged mix?
Thanks and just love your recipes!
God bless,
Bonnie
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Bonnie- I actually found an organic one at Aldi with all clean ingredients that I use a lot. Simply Organic is another brand with good ingredients and I've seen them at Kroger, Meijer and health food stores. Here is the Amazon link as well:https://www.amazon.com/Simply-Organic-Seasoning-Certified-0-95-Ounce/dp/B000WR4SJ0/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1476723017&sr=8-3&keywords=italian%2Bseasoning&th=1
I hope that helps and I hope you try them! Thank you for the kind words! God bless 🙂
ljgmica says
I want you to know I had severe health issues that came up and I've done lots of research about spices with gluten or possible cross contamination.
I found that Simply Organic was not able to state it was completely gluten free or made in a facility that is completely safe from cross contamination. But I did discover that McCormick works hard and will list ALL ingredients and if wheat is not listed their facility is clean and they're gluten free. I also found that you could order online from NOW for health food and supplement products without worry. They go to great lengths to make sure there is No possibility of cross contamination. I contacted the NOW company personally and received confirmation from them about the clean processing of all their products as well as on online tour of their processing plant.